As the academic year 2025 approaches, numerous scholarship programs have been announced globally to support students pursuing higher education. These scholarships cater to a wide range of disciplines and are available for various degree levels. Below is an overview of some notable scholarship opportunities:
International Scholarships
China Government Scholarships (2025–26) The Chinese government has announced scholarships for Pakistani and Kashmiri students to pursue undergraduate, master's, or PhD programs in China. Applicants must have valid HAT or USAT scores and apply through the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and the China Scholarship Council (CSC) portals. The deadline for applications is December 9, 2024.
University of Warwick – GREAT Scholarship (Pakistan) The University of Warwick, in partnership with the British Council, offers a £15,000 scholarship for Pakistani students pursuing a taught master's course. Applicants must have received an offer from the university and meet specific eligibility criteria. The application deadline is April 30, 2025.
University of Warwick
Doha Institute for Graduate Studies Scholarships (Qatar) The Doha Institute offers fully funded scholarships for master's and PhD programs. The scholarship covers tuition, accommodation, monthly allowance, health insurance, and airfare. No IELTS or TOEFL is required. The application deadline is January 15, 2025.
Latest Scholarships
Lusail University Scholarships (Qatar) Lusail University provides fully funded scholarships for undergraduate programs. The scholarship includes tuition, airfare, accommodation, meals, stipend, and medical insurance. The application deadline is October 20, 2024.
Latest Scholarships
Scholarships for Pakistani Students
PEEF CMMS Merit Scholarships (2025) The Punjab Educational Endowment Fund (PEEF) offers fully funded PhD scholarships for students admitted to top 50 ranked universities worldwide. The scholarship covers tuition, boarding, health insurance, and airfare. The application deadline is April 30, 2025.
Honhaar Scholarship Program (Pakistan) Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif announced a significant increase in the Honhaar Scholarship Program, raising the fund to 100 billion rupees. The program aims to provide 20,000 additional scholarships to deserving students, with a focus on merit-based selection.
Punjab CMP
Sports Scholarships
NCAA Scholarship Changes (USA) The NCAA is implementing changes that will allow schools to directly pay athletes as part of a $2.8 billion antitrust settlement. These changes include removing 153 existing rules and introducing new regulations about name, image, and likeness (NIL) compensation, eligibility, and scholarship structures. Schools may begin distributing $20.5 million annually to athletes starting in August 2025.
Conclusion
The year 2025 presents a plethora of scholarship opportunities for students worldwide. Whether you're aiming to study in China, the UK, Qatar, or within Pakistan, there are programs designed to support your academic aspirations. It's essential to carefully review the eligibility criteria and application deadlines for each scholarship to ensure a successful application process. Remember, securing a scholarship not only eases the financial burden of education but also opens doors to global academic and professional networks. Best of luck in your educational endeavors!
